Overview
Healy is a 92.8 MW coal power plant in Alaska, United States, operated by Golden Valley Elec Assn Inc. It provides baseload power to the local grid.
Healy is a coal-fired power plant located in Alaska, United States, with a capacity of 92.8 MW. The plant is owned and operated by Golden Valley Elec Assn Inc and is currently operational. As a coal power plant, it contributes to the region's electricity supply, serving the local community and industrial users. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated programs such as the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR). These regulations set emission limits for sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and other pollutants. The plant's technology is typical for a small-scale coal facility, with subcritical boiler technology common for its vintage. Healy plays a significant role in the local energy landscape, providing reliable baseload power to the Alaska grid. Its location in a remote area underscores its importance for energy security. The plant's environmental impact is managed through compliance with federal and state emission standards, and it contributes to the region's economic activity through job creation and energy supply.
Environmental context
Healy, as a coal-fired power plant, has a notable environmental footprint due to its fuel type. Coal combustion releases CO2, SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, contributing to local and regional air quality concerns. The plant's location in Alaska, a region with sensitive ecosystems, requires careful management of emissions and waste. Proximity to populated areas and the plant's age influence its environmental risk profile. Regulatory compliance under the Clean Air Act helps mitigate these impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Healy is a coal power plant located in Alaska, United States, at coordinates 63.854200, -148.950000.
The Healy power plant has a capacity of 92.8 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale coal facility.
The Healy power plant is owned by Golden Valley Elec Assn Inc, a local electric association.
Coal power plants in the United States must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA), including the Acid Rain Program and the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule (CSAPR), which set limits on SO2, NOx, and other emissions.
The primary fuel used at the Healy power plant is coal, which is typical for baseload power generation in the region.